Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany

In part one of a Crain's Business of Sports interview, Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany discusses the rapidly changing landscape of major NCAA football conferences and whether the changes affect the Big Ten's plans.

Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany

In part two of a Crain's Business of Sports interview, Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany talks about the process the conference used to name its new divisions, Legends and Leaders, and responds to the criticism the decision has received.

Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany

In part three of a Crain's Business of Sports interview, Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany discusses Nebraska's entry into the Big Ten and what implications that move has for the future of the conference.

In part one of a Crain's Business of Sports video interview, Blackhawks General Manager Stan Bowman and Jay Blunk, executive vice-president of business operations, discuss how the Hawks' hockey operations and business side work hand-in-hand to create promotional opportunities for the players and the team.

In part two of a Crain's Business of Sports video interview, Executive Vice-president of business operations Jay Blunk discusses some of the ways in which the front office works to build and maintain fan interest, and how that work translated into a huge turnout for the Hawks' first practice of the year.

In part three of a Crain's Business of Sports video interview, Blackhawks General Manager Stan Bowman explains why it is important for the players to connect with the fans. "We try to be as accommodating as we can," he said.

Aon Chief Marketing Officer Phil Clement

Chicago-based Aon is in its first year as jersey sponsor for the Manchester United, the iconic soccer team that has a huge following throughout the world. Mr. Clement discusses why Aon decided to invest more than $30 million per year in a soccer team.